Kistler 5181A Series User manual

Instruction
Manual
Differential charge
amplifier
Type 5181A…
ä
5181A_002-748e-06.20

Foreword
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Foreword
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Content
1. Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 3
2. Important information.................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Protection and standards...................................................................................................... 4
2.2 Disposal instructions for electrical and electronic equipment ................................................ 4
2.3 Precautions........................................................................................................................... 5
3. Product description ........................................................................................................................ 6
3.1 Differential charge amplifier Type 5181A… ......................................................................... 6
3.2 Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 6
3.3 Execution options ................................................................................................................. 7
3.4 Version with aluminum die-cast enclosure, Type 5181AA… ................................................ 8
3.4.1 Electrical connections............................................................................................... 9
3.4.1.1 Sensor ...................................................................................................... 9
3.4.1.2 Power/output ........................................................................................ 10
3.5 Version with DIN-rail enclosure, Type 5181AB… ............................................................... 14
3.5.1 Electrical connections............................................................................................. 14
3.6 Ordering key ...................................................................................................................... 18
4. Installation ................................................................................................................................... 19
4.1 Version with aluminum die-cast enclosure, Type 5181AA… .............................................. 19
4.2 Version with DIN-rail enclosure, Type 5181AB................................................................... 23
5. Calibration and repair .................................................................................................................. 24
5.1 Calibration.......................................................................................................................... 24
5.2 Repair................................................................................................................................. 24
6. EC Declaration of Conformity ...................................................................................................... 25
Total pages 25

Introduction
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1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing a quality product from Kistler.
Please read through this manual thoroughly to enable you
to fully exploit the various features of your product.
These instructions describe the differential charge amplifier
Type 5181A.
Performance features at a glance:
Voltage or current output option
Wide charge conversion range
High pass / low pass filter options
Plastic DIN-rail or aluminum die-cast enclosure
To the extent permitted by law Kistler accepts no liability if
this instruction manual is not followed or products other
than those listed under accessories are used.
Our product and application brochures, in addition to our
detailed data sheets, will provide you with an overview of
our product range.
If you require additional assistance beyond what can be
located online or in this manual, please contact Kistler‘s
extensive support organization or visit us online at
www.kistler.com/thermoacoustics.

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2. Important information
2.1 Protection and standards
All equipment is tested and has left the factory in a
perfect, safe condition. In order to maintain this
condition and ensur
e safe operation, compliance is
requi
red with the instructions and warning notes
contained within this manual or imprinted on the
product itself.
The instruments are CE-compliant within the meaning of
ISO 9001
2011/65/EU (ROHS)
2014/30/EU (EMC)
Emmission EMC
EN 61000-6-3:2007 + A1:2011
EN 61000-6-4:2007 + A1:2011
EN 61326-1:2013 (Class A+B equipment)
Immunity EMC
EN 61000-6-1:2007
EN 61000-6-2:2005
EN 61326-1:2013 (Class A+B equipment)
Compliance with local safety regulations, which may apply
to the use of power line operated electrical and electronic
equipment, is strongly recommended.
2.2 Disposal instructions for electrical and electronic equipment
Do not discard old electronic instruments in municipal
trash. For disposal at end of
life, please return this
product to an authorized local electronic waste disposal
service or contact the nearest Kistler Instrument sales
office for return instructions.

Important information
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2.3 Precautions
Compliance with the following precautionary measures
is vital to ensure safe and reliable operation: Check all
equipment packaging for transportation damage.
Report any damage to the freight forwarder and to
Kistler.
The equipment should be used only under the specified
operating conditions.
If there is evidence that safe operation is no longer possib-
le, the instrument must be powered off and rendered safe
against accidental start-up.
Safe operation is no longer possible when the product
shows visible signs of damage
is no longer operating
has been subjected to prolonged storage under
unsuitable conditions

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3. Product description
The differential charge amplifier is suitable for differential
ground isolated measuring chains.
3.1 Differential charge amplifier Type 5181A…
The differential charge amplifier converts the charge signal
of differential piezoelectric sensors into voltage or current.
The 18 … 30 VDC supply voltage is galvanically separated
which prevents ground loop issues. The internal compen-
sation electronics eliminates the drift of the amplifier and
compensates low frequency error-currents up to 5 nA.
3.2 Technical data
The technical data of the differential charge amplifier are
contained in the official data-sheet (doc. no. 003-227).

Product description
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3.3 Execution options
Differential charge amplifier Type 5181… is the non-Ex
version out of the product family 5181/83/85 (non-Ex,
Ex-ia, Ex-nA). This product family is highly flexible. The
different execution options can be seen in the ordering
key. All configurations are pre-set at the factory.
Conversion factor
The charge amplifier has a selectable range for the
conversion factor and contains no reset-function but a
high-pass filter (time constant) in the input stage.
Signal output options
There are different voltage- or current outputs available.
Enclosure options:
1. Aluminum die-cast enclosure
Free choice of installation location, which allows shorter
connecting cables
Robust, sealed, no extra enclosure needed
Connection to charge amplifier
With connector or
Cable gland and terminals for wire connection
2. DIN-rail enclosure is suitable for high channel count.
The enclosure is made of plastic and meets IP30.
Lower cost
Low space required
Simple connection with terminal blocks

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3.4 Version with aluminum die-cast enclosure, Type 5181AA…
Several options which can be freely chosen are available for
the connections to the charge amplifier.
Sensor side: connector or cable gland and terminals
Power / output side: connector or cable gland and
terminals
Fig. 1: Dimensions of differential charge amplifier with
aluminum die-cast enclosure
Type 5181AA…